There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

This module runs in both Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 and is worth 20 credits. During this module you will have the opportunity to learn about different research philosophies and methoologies. The various approaches to critically reviewing existing literature will be presented. You will analyse either a quantitative or qualitative database utilising appropriate data interrogation methods. You will critique a published case study. This will involve developing and critiquing the relevant academic literature. Based on the literature review and critique of the case study you will draw and design relevant and feasible recommendations on how the performance of the case study organisation can be improved. This module will improve your problem-solving and team-work capabilities. This module will not only be useful as a preparation for future MBA modules, but also when you embark on your career.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically assesses how research design is shaped by ontological and epistemological assumptions.

LO2: Critically evaluate how case studies can be used to inform business and management decision making.

LO3: Critically analyse how secondary databases and case studies can support effective business analysis.

LO4: Analyse the relative strengths and weaknesses of primary and secondary data design in a variety of research contexts.

LO5: Work effectively in teams.